Nelson City Council

Burgoo was the porridge served on Lord Nelson’s sailing ships – a hearty mix just like this.

Thursday 2 Feb to Sunday 5 Feb

Buskers On The Streets

Top of Trafalgar Street

Thursday 2 Feb & Friday 3 Feb, 11am-2.30pm

Saturday 4 Feb, 10.30-2pm

Crazy circus, wacky comedy and hilarious jokes. The champions of the busking kingdom emerge from the streets, squares and hidden corners of the world for Buskerburgoo, the Nelson Buskers and Street Theatre Series. They’ll make you laugh and cry, moan and cheer but more than anything they’ll entertain you. This is your chance to see the world’s best, right here on the streets of Nelson. Remember to bring cash for the buskers.

Buskers On Stage - Church Steps

Two stunning evening shows for everyone

Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 Feb, 6pm

Bring the family and all your friends for a night of hilarity. You’ll want cushions, low chairs and cash to reward these zany hard-working buskers who live to entertain you. Eat out at food stalls or bring a picnic.

When Buskers Go Bad

The Boathouse

Thursday 2 Feb, 8pm & Friday 3 Feb, 8.30pm

The buskers are going bad, oh so bad. Come and join them for this ‘no holds barred’ adults only side-splitting cabaret. Wear thick pants and remember what they say: ‘Content may offend, if you’re lucky.’

Cost $30 pre sale $35 at the door.

Tickets on sale at Everyman, 249 Hardy Street, ph 03 548 3083 or www.everyman.co.nz

Booking fees apply.